1957 Talbot Sport vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Sport (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 338 kg more than 1957 Talbot Sport.
Because 1957 Talbot Sport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Talbot Sport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Talbot Sport | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Sport | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |